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Help your child recognize the signs of bullying
Youth may not always realize that they are being bullied. They might think it is bullying only if they are being physically hurt; they might believe that the other child is joking; or they may not understand the subtle social norms and cues. Youth can benefit from a definition of the differences between friendly behaviors and bullying behaviors. The basic rule: Let youth know if the behavior hurts or harm them, either emotionally or physically, it is bullying.
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Student Action Plan Against Bullying
Student bullying is something that impacts you, your peers, and your school - whether you're the target of bullying, a witness, or the person who bullies. Bullying can end, but that won't happen unless students, parents, and educators work together and take action. The first step is to create a plan that works for the student and the situation. This student action plan is an opportunity for youth to develop a strategy to prevent bullying from happening.
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Notifying the School about a Bullying Incident
The PACER Center has created three letters that may be useful for parents as a guide for writing a letter to their child's school. These letters contain standard language and "fill in the blank" spaces so the letter can be customized. The letters are for parents who have a child with an Individualized Education Plan OR Section 504. When bullying is based on a child's disability, federal laws can also apply under 504, Individuals with Disabilities Act and Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.
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